Bihar State Archives: Safeguarding states memory
Bihar State Archives stands as a guardian of history, housing everything from ancient Mughal decrees to today's electoral rolls. This treasure trove of primary documents, carefully preserved and continuously digitised, is essential for historians and govt officials alike. It provides concrete evidence of our past, illuminating both historical narratives and current dilemmas
Space crunch, staff shortages put Bihar State Archives under severe strain
Rare British-era Shahabad records digitised, opening new window into Bihars colonial history
6-year-old girl found dead in Bihars Darbhanga
Darbhanga: A six-year-old girl was found dead in Bihars Darbhanga district, following which her family alleged that she was sexually assaulted and murdered. The incident happened in the Vishwavidyalay police station area on Saturday, February 7, police said. The girl was playing with two other kids near a pond when she went missing. Her family Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Bihar horror: 6-year-old girl found dead; family alleges sexual assault, murder
A six-year-old girl was found dead in Darbhanga, Bihar, with her family alleging sexual assault and murder. Police have arrested a neighbor, who they suspect took the girl to a secluded spot. A forensic team has inspected the scene, and the post-mortem report is awaited.
70 Students Fall Ill After Eating MidDay Meal Food In Bihars Madhepura School
Children started vomiting and complained of stomach pain and uneasiness soon after having lunch.
140 students fall sick in separate food poisoning cases in Bihar, Andhra Pradesh
Dozens of students fell ill after eating mid-day meals in Bihar and Andhra Pradesh. In Madhepura, Bihar, seventy students were hospitalized with vomiting and stomach pain. In Polavaram, Andhra Pradesh, seventy tribal students also fell ill and received intensive care. Investigations are underway in both incidents to determine the cause of the food poisoning.
Raids at cloth showroom in Muzaffarpur
Over 70 School Children Fall Ill After Eating Mid-Day Meal In Bihar
More than 70 schoolchildren fell ill after consuming the mid-day meal at an Upgraded Middle School in Karu Tola at Sahugarh under Madhepura Sadar block of Bihar on Saturday, triggering panic among teachers, parents and locals.
Minister seeks repeal of 'irrelevant' Articles 104 and 193
Declining legislative standards harm democracy: Lok Sabha Speaker
People will never trust Rahul, Congress wont return to power: Kiren Rijiju
Govt appoints 1,224 doctors as Nitish vows to strengthen healthcare facilities in Bihar
Man beaten to death by son over domestic dispute in Patna
Govt to boost dairy sector in Bihar, says Nitish
Buxar DM orders removal of encroachment, calls for traffic reforms
Boy killed, 2 others injured in bus-bike collision
256 youths selected at job fair in Buxar, 14 companies participated
CTET Paper 2 cancelled at two Vaishali centres
In Vaishali, the CTET Paper 2 faced disruption as two examination centres saw cancellation due to a delay in the arrival of question papers. Frustrated candidates voiced their grievances as the exam, originally set for 9:30 AM, did not commence until over an hour later.
70 students fall ill after consuming mid-day meal at govt school in Madhepura
Student battling liver disease dies by suicide in Saharsa
A 20-year-old student, Saurabh Kumar, tragically died by suicide in Saharsa district on Friday night after a three-year battle with liver disease. His family discovered him hanging in his room the following morning. Doctors at a private clinic declared him brought dead. Police have been informed and an FSL team will investigate the scene.
Accused held in Samastipur property dealer murder case
Police apprehended Arjun Paswan, the primary shooter in the 2025 murder of property dealer Vijay Gupta and his driver. Paswan, arrested in a mango orchard, confessed to the Rs 5 lakh contract killing, stating Gupta was shot while inspecting land and the driver was killed for raising an alarm. Four individuals, including the alleged mastermind, have been arrested so far.
Event begins to promote sports, culture in tech institutes
Bihar's Education Minister Sunil Kumar launched Umang-2026, a state-level sports and literary-cultural competition for government engineering and polytechnic students. This initiative, aimed at fostering leadership skills, began in the 2023-24 academic session. The event features a three-tier selection process, with polytechnic competitions from Feb 7-9 and engineering contests from Feb 10-12. Around 900 polytechnic students are expected to participate.
Employability key focus at NOU webinar
Nalanda Open University's two-day webinar on graduate employability concluded with a strong emphasis on improving undergraduate communication skills in Bihar. Vice-Chancellor Ravindra Kumar highlighted the university's dedication to equipping students with skills for successful careers and facing life's challenges. Experts discussed employment prospects post-graduation, underscoring the need for skill-oriented training.
Census in state to begin on April 17: Dy CM
Bihar's Census 2027 will unfold in two phases over 45 days, starting April 17 with self-enumeration, followed by a house-to-house survey until May 31. This comprehensive exercise, including caste data, will be strictly confidential. Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha also urged revenue officers to return to duty, warning of disciplinary action for absentees.
Agriculture minister demands dedicated pulses package, seed hub from Centre
Bihar's Agriculture Minister Ram Kripal Yadav urged the central government for dedicated pulse support, including a tailored package and recognition of specific pulse crops. He advocated for a national seed hub, cluster farming, enhanced irrigation subsidies, and machinery support. Yadav also pushed for improved MSP procurement, value addition incentives, and research grants to boost Bihar's pulse self-reliance within five years.
KTR alleges 'deliberate exclusion' of Telangana in Union Budget
Telangana's BRS leader K T Rama Rao criticizes the Union Budget. He claims the budget favors states going to polls, neglecting Telangana. Rao points to special mentions for Bihar, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala. He states Telangana, a strong economic player, is deliberately excluded from key initiatives. This selective approach, he argues, undermines federalism and creates regional inequality.
Election-bound states ramp up welfare cash for women
States are boosting cash handouts for women voters as elections approach. West Bengal's Lakshmir Bhandar scheme sees a 500 monthly hike. Kerala earmarks 3,720 crore for its Sthree Suraksha Scheme. Bihar adds 3,000 annually to PM-Kisan for women entrepreneurs. Punjab plans 1,000 monthly for women. These moves signal a trend of pre-poll financial promises.
Karnataka family suicide pact in Biharfollowed boys murder over gaming
Man accused of nephews murder and three of his family found dead in Bihar
Glorious history of Jamalpur Rail Workshop
Prabhat Kishore The first railway in Asia ran from Shivaji Terminus (then Bori Bunder) to Thane in Mumbai on 16thApril 1853 and 9 years later, on 8thFebruary 1862, the foundation of Jamalpur Locomotive Workshop in Bihar was laid. This biggest railway workshop of Asia was established only 32 years after the beginning of first steam-powered [] The post Glorious history of Jamalpur Rail Workshop appeared first on Northlines .
CTET 2026: Paper 2 cancelled at two Vaishali centres in Bihar; CBSE to hold re-exam within 15 days
CTET 2026 Paper 2 faced disruption at two centres in Vaishali, Bihar. The Central Board of Secondary Education announced the cancellation due to unavoidable circumstances. Affected candidates will appear for a re-examination within 15 days. The board will share the revised schedule separately. The exam saw a massive turnout across India.
Debate, discussion part of democratic process, but decorum must be maintained: Om Birla
Patna, Feb 7: Maintaining that debate and discussion are part of the democratic process, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Saturday said the decorum of the House must be maintained at any cost. Birla was addressing a function on the foundation day of the Bihar assembly, where he unveiled the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA), aimed at creating paperless legislative processes. Elected representatives must maintain the decorum of the House. Members of the assemblies and Parliament have the privilege to express [] The post Debate, discussion part of democratic process, but decorum must be maintained: Om Birla appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Om Birla launches e-Vidhan app at Bihar assembly; Nitish skips event
NeVA is a workflow system deployed on the NIC cloud to help conduct legislative business in a paperless manner
Bihar Assembly marks 105th foundation day; Om Birla, Harivansh attend
The Bihar Legislative Assembly on Saturday celebrated its 105th Foundation Day in Patna, with Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh Narayan Singh and Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju in attendance. The occasion marked the Assemblys historic first sitting on February 7, 1921
Bihar MP Pappu Yadav Hospitalised After Arrest; Rahul Gandhi Alleges 'Political Vendetta'
Purnia MP Pappu Yadav was hospitalized in Patna after his arrest over a 1995 case. Rahul Gandhi called the arrest political vendetta linked to a NEET aspirant's death case.
Patna (Bihar) [India], February 7: BMW Ventures Limited (BSE: 544543, NSE: BMWVENTLTD), one of Eastern India's largest steel distributors and manufacturers of fabricated steel products, announced its financial results for Q3 FY26, highlighting a sharp rise in profitability, led by a significant reduction in interest costs following deleveraging from IPO proceeds and growth in the business of fabricated steel products. An Interim Dividend of Rs. 1.50 per equity share of face value of Re. 10/~ each for the financial year 2025-26 announced by the company.
Om Birla launches e-Vidhan app at Bihar Assembly; CM Nitish Kumar skips event
The function was attended by Assembly Speaker Prem Kumar, Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh Narayan Singh, and Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, among others
Om Birla launches e-Vidhan app in Bihar assembly, Nitish absent
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla launched the National e-Vidhan Application at the Bihar assembly. This initiative aims to make legislative processes paperless. The NeVA system will provide members with digital access to all legislative information on their devices. The project seeks to create a unified national data repository for all legislatures. Several dignitaries attended the launch event.
Bihar to form milk producers committees in all villages in 2 yrs to boost dairy production: Nitish
PATNA, Feb 7: The Bihar Government has decided to form milk producers committees in all 39,073 villages to boost dairy production, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar said on Saturday. Kumar said such committees have already been formed in 25,593 villages, and those will be set up in the remaining 13,480 villages in the next two years. The Dairy, Fisheries and Animal Resource Department has been given instructions in this regard, he said. Kumar said directions have also been given to open [] The post Bihar to form milk producers committees in all villages in 2 yrs to boost dairy production: Nitish appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smoked 15 sixes and 15 fours at a strike rate of 218.75 during a brutal and breathtaking knock in the U-19 World Cup final against England at the Harare Sports Club in Zimbabwe. Back home in his village in Bihars Samastipur district, his family had hardly caught any sleep, while his coachs phone in Patna was buzzing with congratulatory messages and strange requests: Sir, mera beta do saal ka hai, usko cricketer Vaibhav bana dijiye (My son is two years old, make him like Vaibhav).
Bihar government is establishing milk producer committees in all villages to boost dairy production, with plans to set up outlets in remaining villages within two years. The initiative aims to ensure fair prices for rearers and create employment opportunities, strengthening the rural economy. Sudha Milk outlets will be prioritized for JEEViKA 'didis' under the Saat Nischay-3 program.
Ashoka Buildcon JV secures project of Rs 474.38 cr
From Bihar Rajya Pul Nirman Nigam
Elderly Karnataka Woman, Son, 2 Daughters Found Hanging At Bihar Ashram
Four tourists, including three women, from Karnataka were found hanging in their room at a dharmshala in Bihar's Nalanda district on Friday, a police official said.
Patna Police Arrest Bihar MP Pappu Yadav In 1995 Forgery Case After Late-Night Drama | Video
Independent Bihar MP Rajesh Ranjan, popularly known as Pappu Yadav, will be produced before court on Saturday.
Man dies after being hit by truck in Buxar
Bihar MP Pappu Yadav Arrested In 1995 Land Dispute Case
Purnea MP Pappu Yadav was arrested by the Patna Police from his residence on Friday in connection with a case dating back to 1995.
Can't misuse judiciary after poll drubbing: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court sternly criticized the Jan Suraaj Party for challenging Bihar's assembly elections, questioning their motive after a significant electoral defeat. Justices noted the party's failure to win any seats and suggested their petition aimed at gaining popularity. The court emphasized that economic policy issues are for voters to address, not judicial annulment of elections.
Four Jain pilgrims from Karnataka found dead at Rajgir dharamshala
Decks cleared for teachers appointment under TRE-4: Minister
In a significant update, Bihar's Education Minister has confirmed that the roster for the TRE-4 teacher recruitment has been finalized, paving the way for the hiring of more than 30,000 educators. The Bihar Public Service Commission is now overseeing the process to bring on board around 40,000 teachers.
Following complaints, private hospital sealed in Madhepura
In a decisive move, Madhepura officials shut down a private clinic amidst troubling claims of inflated fees and neglect that allegedly resulted in a newborn's tragic death. Subsequently, patients were relocated to the sadar hospital for continued care.
Zero tolerance for waterlogging as Patna steps up monsoon preparations
Man with criminal history shot in Phulwarisharif
A man with a significant criminal past, Sunil Kumar, was fatally shot in Patna's Phulwarisharif area. Having recently secured bail, Kumar was targeted in his colony, with police suspecting old enmity as the motive. Authorities are reviewing CCTV footage and have taken two individuals into custody for questioning as a special investigation team probes the incident.
Cabinet raises ex gratia for deceased migrant workers to Rs4 lakh
Police crackdown on fake police mitra recruitment
East Champaran police have launched a crackdown on a 'police-mitra' job scam targeting the unemployed. Two arrests have been made, with the investigation revealing a gang leader, Ashok Samrat, and two associates who allegedly charged Rs25,000 per candidate. Rewards have been announced for their capture. The police are also probing potential involvement of officers and digital media personnel.
Ashes of Ajit Pawar immersed in Falgu
On Friday, the ashes of Ajit Pawar were gracefully released into the serene waters of the Falgu River at Dev Ghat, Gaya, a poignant tribute following the tragic plane crash that claimed his life on January 28. Rana Ranbir Singh, national secretary of the NCP, officiated the emotional rites alongside the esteemed Gayapal panda community acharyas.
Bank official among three held in Bhojpur mule account scam
In a significant crackdown, the Bhojpur cyber police arrested a trio, including a bank official, over the creation of mule accounts that were exploited for illicit financial activities. A total of 27 unsuspecting locals were lured with minor payments to set up these accounts, which spiraled into a web of fraudulent transactions.
Inside a bamboo hut in Bhagalpur, a free classroom for govt job aspirants
SC order on water bodies ignored as Gaya rapidly loses water bodies
In Gaya, the crisis of vanishing water bodies is reaching alarming proportions, with around 800 water sources either lost or under threat from real estate developers. Despite urgent warnings and orders from the Supreme Court, genuine efforts for restoration have yet to materialize, often reduced to mere speeches. Even government structures stand where once vibrant ponds thrived.
Acting health minister falters twice in House
During the recent Bihar Assembly's question hour, a storm brewed as Health Minister Pramod Kumar Chandravanshi faced tough questions regarding the state's infant mortality rate and health spending. Amid rising tensions, senior ministers swooped in to shed light on topics like the cashless healthcare plan for lawmakers and the staffing shortages at local health centers.
Railways to run 1,409 special trains to tackle Holi rush
In preparation for the Holi festivities, Indian Railways is rolling out an extraordinary fleet of 1,409 special trains from March 1st through 22nd. The East Central Railway is taking the lead with 285 dedicated services, a remarkable increase from last year.
Its early Holi & Diwali in Vaibhavs hometown Samastipur
Bihar's 14-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi etched his name in history with a blistering 175 off 80 balls in the U19 World Cup final against England. His record-breaking century, featuring 15 sixes, ignited celebrations back home in Samastipur. The young prodigy's remarkable performance has earned praise from Bihar CM Nitish Kumar and his coaches, who highlight his dedication and talent.
Four blocks of Buxar to get degree colleges
To enhance access to higher education for rural students, the Bihar government is launching new degree colleges across 213 blocks, with four specifically located in Buxar district. This initiative seeks to tackle the dropout crisis, particularly among young girls, by alleviating the challenges of travel and financial burden.
Dy CM assures cashless healthcare facilities for state govt employees
Bihar's government employees and legislators are set to receive cashless healthcare, a significant shift from the current reimbursement system. Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary announced the upcoming implementation, aiming to benefit approximately one million individuals. The state also plans to expand medical education through public-private partnerships, addressing infrastructure and staff shortages in government medical colleges.
High Court: Enforce noise pollution rules strictly
In a landmark decision, the Patna High Court has reinforced stringent noise pollution regulations, instituting a comprehensive night-time prohibition on loudspeakers and firecrackers. Residents are empowered to report breaches through the 112 emergency hotline.
Notorious criminal shot dead in Vaishali encounter
The infamous Prince Kumar, a fugitive linked to murder and a slew of other grave crimes, met his end during a police shootout in Vaishali. With a bounty of Rs 2 lakh on his head and a history of evading law enforcement, Kumar's reign of terror has finally been halted.
U19 WC: Sooryavanshis Childhood Coach Reveals WhatsApp Tip That Sparked Masterclass Of 175
Harare Sports Club: A simple WhatsApp message and an advice to make a technical adjustment to handle bouncers proved the catalyst for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's explosive 175 that powered India to their sixth U-19 World Cup title, said his childhood coach Manish Ojha. The 14-year-old left-handed opener's stunning knock against England in the final - featuring 15 fours and 15 sixes off just 80 balls helped India win the title clash by 100 runs at the Harare Sports Club on Friday and get a record sixth title. Sooryavanshis whirlwind knock against England fetching him the Player of the Final award came a day after Ojha reminded his protege via WhatsApp that this was the first tournament where he had yet to score a century, and provided specific instructions on correcting a technical flaw that opposition bowlers had begun exploiting in the competition. This is a matter of absolute pride and joy that Vaibhav played a stellar knock which gave India the World Cup win and they are now bringing the trophy back home. It is a moment of immense pride for all of us that a small and talented kid like him played so well and showcased his talent brilliantly on a big stage like his, said Ojha to IANS from his residence in Patna. Player of the Tournament Sooryavanshi, who amassed 439 runs in seven innings at an average of 62.71, consistently got solid starts, but the century was still eluding him. I spoke to Vaibhav before the final on WhatsApp. I told him that Vaibhav, this is his first tournament in which he has not scored a century yet. If you look at his records in all the tournaments he has played, he has scored at least one century. If we keep aside the Ranji Trophy from his records, you can see he has scored at least a century in all the other formats of the game. It could be more, but at least one century used to be there from his bat. This was going to be his first tournament in which he hadnt scored a century. I spoke to him after the semi-final match against Afghanistan. I reminded him about this missing puzzle in his performances so far, as well as talked to him about the technical problem of the bowlers outclassing him via the bouncers bowled outside the off-stump, recalled Ojha. The opposition bowlers bowling bouncers outside the off-stump neutralised Sooryavanshi's typically powerful pull shot, something which Ojha was quick to notice. Generally, he hits a pull shot very well. But many times, it happens that whatever is your strong point, it could well become a weak point. He was being attacked by the pacers bowling bouncers on the off-stump. When he is being attacked on the bodyline, he is able to hit a strong pull shot if pitched on the middle stump. But when he faced bouncers outside the off-stump, he takes his head back and tries to hit it with his back knee bent, resulting in him often getting top edge or mistiming the shot altogether. I told him that he should not do much and that if a situation comes up, he should not hit a shot on that ball. If you wish to hit a shot, you have to keep your head upright and instead of bending your back knee, try to get the back knee and body aligned in a line. Then he could keep his back upright and if he connected with the ball, he would be in absolute control of the shot and could send it anywhere he wished to hit in the leg-side, he said. Ojha's connection to Sooryavanshi runs deeper than typical coach-student relationships. According to people aware of the workings of the pair, Ojha becomes so nervous during Sooryavanshi's innings that he often cannot watch the matches, and only finds peace once the youngster reaches triple figures, something which signifies their emotional attachment. The two maintain constant communication, with Sooryavanshi returning to Ojha for coaching sessions whenever his demanding schedule permits, even if its just for a single day of practice at Gennex Cricket Academy in Patna. If you look at all the matches that he played since the beginning of this tournament, he got an initial start in all the matches and got set on the wicket to make big runs. In fact, the knock of 72 against Bangladesh was a match-winning performance. But still, it was not a big innings. He got a good start against Afghanistan and set up an excellent platform for the Indian team to win the match. But on an individual level, that big knock was yet to come. But as they say, Deir aaye, durust aaye (better late than never) in a final where the whole world had their eyes on, he played an extraordinary knock. By hitting 15 fours and as many sixes, I don't think there has been a match like this in any World Cup where a batter hammered these many sixes and made so many runs in very less balls. As soon as he got the century, I spoke to his father Sanjeev, who was really very happy, said Ojha. The 175 in U19 World Cup final has added another chapter to an already remarkable story for Sooryavanshi, who became the youngest player to score an IPL century in 2025 while playing for Rajasthan Royals. Its a very proud moment. It's a dream come true for a player, coach, and parents. It can't be better than seeing that their son has reached that level where he is in the top position of this tournament, where top cricketing nations were competing here. It was always the best of the best competition and when the title clash came, he shined there like anything. Knocks of 175 are historic, but the manner in which he played his knock and brought out those aggressive shots to take India to victory was absolutely unique. I mean, it was such a stunning display of batting which hasnt been witnessed in decades. It was absolutely an emotional moment for me when Vaibhav was getting those trophies in the presentation ceremony and a very proud one too as a coach and as someone hailing from Bihar. To see one of our own take the Indian team to this high in the cricketing world is a very proud moment for all of us, said Ojha. Knocks of 175 are historic, but the manner in which he played his knock and brought out those aggressive shots to take India to victory was absolutely unique. I mean, it was such a stunning display of batting which hasnt been witnessed in decades. Also Read: Live Cricket Score We will have to see how his schedule is and when he can come to Patna. Whatever it will be, there will be a very grand welcome for him. With his future looking very bright, the BCCI can consider drafting him into the senior T20I and ODI teams because wherever hes gone, he has proved his potential and performed in such a way that he makes the games look one-sided, which is very unique. Article Source: IANS
Nitish Kumar Congratulates Vaibhav Suryavanshi For Historic Knock In U-19 World Cup Final
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, on Friday, congratulated young cricketer Vaibhav Suryavanshi for his exceptional performance in the Under-19 World Cup 2026 final between India and England. Praising the Bihar-born batsman, the Chief Minister said that Vaibhav's remarkable innings has made the entire state and the country proud. In today's Under-19 World Cup final match between India and England, Bihar's cricketer Vaibhav Suryavanshi delivered a spectacular performance by scoring 175 runs off just 80 balls. Through his hard work and exceptional talent, he has emerged as a new hope for Indian cricket. I wish that Vaibhav creates new records for Team India in the future and brings glory to the nation, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar added. The U-19 World Cup final is being played at the Harare Sports Club in Zimbabwe, where the Indian Under-19 team produced a historic batting display. After winning the toss and opting to bat, India posted a massive total of 412 runs in the allotted overs, setting a daunting target for England in the title clash. The foundation of this mammoth score was laid by Vaibhav Suryavanshi's breathtaking innings, which completely dismantled the English bowling attack. Displaying extraordinary confidence and power-hitting ability, Vaibhav Suryavanshi played cricketing shots all around the ground and kept the bowlers under constant pressure. India had a shaky start to the innings, losing an early wicket. However, the second-wicket century partnership turned the momentum decisively in India's favour. Vaibhav Suryavanshi, along with Indian skipper Ayush Mhatre, not only stabilised the innings but dominated the English bowlers so thoroughly that none of their strategies worked. Vaibhav's blistering knock of 175 runs off 80 balls placed India in a commanding position before he was eventually dismissed. By the time he returned to the pavilion, Team India had virtually sealed a winning platform, bringing the Under-19 World Cup trophy within touching distance. The cricketing world is now watching the action at Harare with keen interest. Scoring more than 400 runs in a high-pressure final reflects the confidence and maturity of the Indian Under-19 side. The cricketing world is now watching the action at Harare with keen interest. Also Read: Live Cricket Score With a towering total on the board, the responsibility now rests on the Indian bowlers to defend the score and complete what could be a historic World Cup triumph. Article Source: IANS
Four Bengaluru Tourists Found Hanging In Dharmshala In Bihars Rajgir
The DSP said mobile phones were recovered from the scene, and the numbers confirmed that the victims were from the southern metropolis.
InvokED 2026 Brings Global and Grassroots Leaders Together as Shikshagraha Announces 2026 Awardees
Shikshagraha, a people-powered education movement working to strengthen leadership across India’s public education ecosystem, today announced the winners of the Shikshagraha Awards 2026, honouring three grassroots education leaders whose work has driven measurable, community-led change in government schools and local learning spaces. The awards were presented at InvokED 5.0, a two-day global dialogue on education leadership, organised by Shikshagraha, ShikshaLokam, and Mantra4Change, and held on 6–7 February 2026 at the Prestige Centre for Performing Arts (PCPA), Bengaluru. The Shikshagraha awardees with the jury members at their felicitation at InvokED 5.0, 2026 Instituted by The Shibulal Family Philanthropic Initiatives (SFPI), the Shikshagraha Awards recognise leaders working both within and beyond formal education systems who are addressing systemic challenges from the ground up. Each award includes a monetary grant disbursed over two years, a trophy and certificate of excellence, structured mentorship, national visibility across Shikshagraha platforms, and opportunities to engage with policymakers, funders and peer networks. The awards are designed not only to recognise excellence, but to help practitioner-led solutions travel further and influence system-level change. Shikshagraha Awardees 2026 Batskhem Thabah (Meghalaya) — Revitalised a near-abandoned village school into a thriving, community-run learning hub by rebuilding community trust and embedding indigenous knowledge into everyday classroom practice. Kumari Guddi (Bihar) — A state-level educator advancing adolescent empowerment through menstrual health education, child protection initiatives, disaster preparedness and inclusive, activity-based learning models across schools. Nellori Subrahmanyam (Andhra Pradesh) — Reimagined rote science instruction through inquiry-led, hands-on pedagogy, reaching thousands of rural students and strengthening scientific thinking and real-world problem-solving. SD Shibulal, Co-founder of SFPI and Co-founder and Former CEO, Infosys , said, “ The Shikshagraha Awards do more than recognise individual excellence; they invest in it. By combining recognition with mentorship and sustained support, we aim to build a pipeline of leaders whose ideas and evidence can reshape education systems for millions of children .” Strategic partnership with Childaid Network Foundation Shikshagraha also announced a strategic partnership with the Childaid Network Foundation, a trust-based philanthropic network that has worked across India’s North East since 2006. Childaid’s two decades of local experience through its partners, working with 1,600 government schools and reaching roughly 200,000 children, will be combined with Shikshagraha’s national convening power to mobilise partners, resources and government relationships toward an ambitious shared goal of scaling impact to two million children. Martin Kasper, Founder & President, Childaid Network Foundation , said, “ Partnering with Shikshagraha is a strategic inflection point for Childaid Network Foundation. We hope that together we can leverage the advanced education networks and policy advocacy to help translate our twenty years of local learning in North East India into scale, mobilising partners, resources and government engagement to reach two million children .” InvokED 2026: A convening for collective leadership The Shikshagraha Awards were a central highlight of InvokED 2026, a global dialogue on education leadership that convenes policymakers, practitioners, international partners, philanthropists and young leaders to exchange evidence, surface practice-led solutions, and catalyse collective action towards education equity. The convening is designed to bridge the gap between system-level thinking and classroom realities through a mix of plenaries, fireside conversations, curated “braindates”, dialogue corners, and hands-on practice showcases. Key sessions and themes at InvokED 2026 included: Fireside Chat — “ Leadership in the New Age ”: Wendy Kopp, CEO & Co-founder, Teach For All, in conversation with Shabnam Sinha, on evolving leadership models, networked collaboration and the relationship between global strategy and grassroots practice. Systemic leadership and teacher agency: Panels and showcases exploring how district and school leaders can enable teacher-led innovation and meaningful community partnerships. 21st Century Skills in the Classroom: Learning experiences that can enable students to drive their own learning, with a focus on practices that develop critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving, key skills for the 21st century Technology and evidence in action: “ Brain Dates ” and panels examining how AI-enabled tools and data systems can support, rather than displace, grassroots pedagogy. Vision for a Billion Futures: Insights from across the Global South, focused on accelerating large-scale education improvement for a billion learners. InvokED’s format intentionally blends storytelling with evidence, pairing short, practice-rich showcases with closed-door roundtables where state officials and frontline educators explore pathways to scale. This approach helps surface implementable insights while building the relationships required to translate ideas into policy action and funding priorities. InvokED 2026 brought together senior leaders from government, philanthropy and global education networks, including officials from the Department of School Education & Literacy and the Department of Higher Education, international education practitioners, and members of the Shibulal Family Philanthropic Initiatives. About ShikshaLokam ShikshaLokam is an NGO founded under the aegis of The Shibulal Family Philanthropic Initiatives. The organisation works to restore the agency of education leaders in the K-12 public education ecosystem. By doing so, leaders’ ability to continuously improve is enhanced, they are able to solve the school improvement challenges on their own, and the vision of all our children getting access to quality education as a fundamental right, will be realised. Shikshagraha Awards which honour exceptional leaders in education. Today, in eight plus years, ShikshaLokam has co-created continuous learning and improvement programs and solutions, impacting more than 450,000 lakhs leaders across 27 States & UTs, with 19L+ micro-improvements triggered by education leaders to enable enriching learning experiences for children. In Jan 2023, ShikshaLokam received The Collective Social Innovation Award 2023 by The Schwab Foundation for Social Entrepreneurship, a sister organisation of World Economic Forum, for catalysing collective action to enable systemic education transformation in the Punjab state. shikshalokam.org
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Honours Blind Women's T20 World Cup Champion Anu Kumari
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Friday honoured Anu Kumari, a member of the Indian team that won the inaugural Blind Womens T20 World Cup in 2025, for her outstanding contribution to the historic victory. The Chief Minister presented Anu Kumari with a cheque of Rs 23,43,750 along with a traditional shawl as a mark of recognition. Anu Kumari played a crucial role in Indias triumph in the first-ever Blind Womens T20 World Cup, delivering an impressive bowling performance throughout the tournament. During the ceremony, Anu Kumari presented the Chief Minister with a memento comprising a cricket bat and ball. Expressing her gratitude, she said that players were progressing with the continuous support of the state government. We are receiving encouragement and all possible assistance from the government. Sports infrastructure in Bihar has improved significantly, and players are benefiting from it. Bihar is now being praised across the country in the field of sports, which makes us proud, she said, adding that players from other states also appreciate the facilities available in Bihar. Anu Kumari hails from a humble background in Mukundpur village under Simri police station in Buxar district. Her father, Sohan Chaudhary, said that she had been hardworking and disciplined since childhood. The Bihar Cricket Association identified her talent and gave her the opportunity to play. After that, she never looked back and earned a place in the national team. She bowled exceptionally well in the World Cup and played a decisive role in Indias victory, he said. Expressing pride in his daughters achievement, Sohan Chaudhary said that Anu Kumari had brought recognition to the family and the village. The Bihar Cricket Association identified her talent and gave her the opportunity to play. After that, she never looked back and earned a place in the national team. She bowled exceptionally well in the World Cup and played a decisive role in Indias victory, he said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Present on the occasion were Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, Water Resources and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Vijay Kumar Choudhary, Sports Minister Shreyasi Singh, Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister Deepak Kumar, Secretary to the Chief Minister Anupam Kumar, Secretary to the Chief Minister Kumar Ravi, Secretary to the Chief Minister Dr Chandrashekhar Singh, Secretary of the Sports Department Mahendra Kumar, Director General of Bihar State Sports Authority Ravindran Shankaran, and coach Shika, along with other senior officials. Article Source: IANS
Vaibhav Suryavanshi Smashes Second-fastest Ton In U19 WC History
U19 World Cup: India's teen batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi on Friday smashed the second-fastest century in the U19 World Cup when he smashed the 55-ball hundred in the final against England here at the Harare Sports Club. His century was laced with six boundaries and as many maximums, making him the second-fastest centurion in U19 World Cup history, beating Qasim Akram of Pakistan, who brought up his ton in 63 balls against Sri Lanka in 2022. Will Malajczuk of Australia currently hold the record of the fastest U19 World Cup century with his 51-ball 100 against Japan in 2026. Moreover, Suryavanshi became the fastest Indian player to score a century in U19 World Cup history. He broke the previous record held by Raj Angad Bawa, who had reached a hundred in 69 balls against Uganda in 2022. The 14-year-old batter also became the third Indian to score a century in the U19 World Cup final. Sooryavanshi also has the most sixes for anyone in a Youth ODI innings and U19 World Cup innings (15), surpassing his own 14 against UAE U19 at ICCA Dubai in December. The batter from Bihar notched up his 150 off just 171 balls, the fastest in U19 cricket, bettering the 98 balls taken by Ben Mayes (ENG) vs SCOT at the same venue earlier in the competition. Suryavanshi stitched the 142-run second partnership with captain Ayush Mhatre (53) and established a 89-run stand with Vedant Trivedi before his dominating knock (175 off 80) in the history of the U19 World Cup came to an end in the 26th over. The batter from Bihar notched up his 150 off just 171 balls, the fastest in U19 cricket, bettering the 98 balls taken by Ben Mayes (ENG) vs SCOT at the same venue earlier in the competition. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Suryavanshi is currently Indias leading scorer in the U19 World Cup, having amassed 264 runs at an average of 44 and a strike rate of 147.49. In January, he had captained the Indian U19 side to a commanding 3-0 away Youth ODI series win over South Africa in Benoni, leading from the front in his maiden assignment as junior national team captain. Article Source: IANS
SC Declines to Entertain Jan Suraaj's Plea Challenging 2025 Bihar Elections
The party had alleged the debt-ridden state, in violation of the MCC, gave away Rs 15,600 crore under the Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana just ahead of polls, which denied a level-playing field to other political parties
'People Rejected You': SC Rejects Prashant Kishor-Led Party's Plea Challenging Bihar Elections
Justice Joymalya Bagchi questioned the maintainability of the petition, asking Jan Suraajs counsel how such claims could be raised directly before the apex court.
Supreme Court refuses to entertain Jan Suraaj Partys plea challenging 2025 Bihar Assembly elections
The court said that it is seriously viewing the culture of irrational freebies before elections, but casts doubt on the bona fide of the Jan Suraaj Party, which has just lost the Assembly polls
Supreme Court declines to hear Jan Suraaj Party plea alleging cash-for-votes in Bihar Elections
The plea had sought judicial intervention, claiming that monetary incentives were being distributed to sway electoral outcomes and thereby compromise the sanctity of the democratic process. The petition urged the Court to take cognisance of what it described as serious violations of electoral norms. However, the apex court declined to examine the allegations at this [] The post Supreme Court declines to hear Jan Suraaj Party plea alleging cash-for-votes in Bihar Elections appeared first on India Legal .
SC declines to entertain Jan Suraajs plea challenging 2025 Bihar Assembly elections
New Delhi, Feb 6: The Supreme Court on Friday refused to entertain a petition filed by the Jan Suraaj Party, founded by former political strategist Prashant Kishor, challenging the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections. It had sought fresh polls in the state over alleged misuse of a welfare scheme to influence voters. A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi heard the plea, which challenged the Bihar governments decision to transfer Rs 10,000 to women beneficiaries under the [] The post SC declines to entertain Jan Suraajs plea challenging 2025 Bihar Assembly elections appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
People Reject You, You Want Publicity: Chief Justice Tears Into Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj
The Supreme Court on Friday dismissed a plea by poll strategist-politician Prashant Kishor's party, the Jan Suraaj, challenging the result of the Bihar election in November last year.
High-Speed Horror: Train Hurls Log At Woman Crossing Tracks, She Crashes Into Wall | Video
Bihar News: The incident led to outrage on social media, with several people blaming the woman for crossing the tracks.
While slamming the NDA government in Bihar under Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Tejashwi Yadav charged that it was running on false praise and complete negligence
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In a shocking turn of events, a woman named Nishu Kumari has been taken into custody in Muzaffarpur, suspected of collaborating with her lover, Mantu Kumar, in the murder of her husband, Manoj Kumar. His lifeless body was discovered late Tuesday, sending ripples of horror through the community.
PPU, Agastya Foundation ink MoU for student internship
Buidco asks officers to expedite urban projects
Bihar's urban landscape is on the brink of transformation as the Buidco rolls out a rigorous work schedule for project directors and engineers.
NIT-Patna, IIIT-Bhagalpur sign pact to boost academic, research ties
NIT-Patna and IIIT-Bhagalpur have united in a groundbreaking MoU aimed at enhancing collaboration in academia and research. This alliance promises to create joint educational programs, facilitate exchanges between students and faculty, and share valuable resources. Together, they aspire to elevate learning experiences and spearhead innovation, significantly impacting India's educational landscape and technological advancement.
